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I have become much more self-assured and self-reliant thanks to OC helping empower me to take responsibility for my own education.
-Madeleine K.
The teamwork and problem-solving emphasis have assisted me greatly in my professional life.
– Pie F.
Fostering a community in which we do not put each other down … ingrains in you a deep respect for others’ opinions and ways of thinking/communicating.
-Nora G.
OC is a thoughtful place, with lots of freedom of expression and creativity, warm and welcoming, very helpful and just a wonderful, joyful place that I always look forward to going to.
-Garrett H.
Having support from peers, parents, and Facilitators at OC is part of what helped me be more comfortable with other people.
-Gabe T.
To say OC had a huge impact on me and my journey is an understatement.
– Abby W.
I wouldn’t have changed anything…Even aspects of the program that were difficult were just opportunities to be challenged and grow more.
– Tommy N.
Being able to explore what I was truly interested in at OC was important as I discovered both myself and—down the road—what I wanted to do as a career.
– Teaghan R.
The kindness of OC is something that is practically unparalleled.
-Billy and Allie
OC [provided] the all-important working in groups, and learning to do so effectively and with emotional maturity is quite fruitful.
-Bailey R.
It felt personally meaningful and appropriately challenging to have the opportunity to stand in front of my peers and be an expert on something that I was excited about.
-Katie P.
OC made me a more confident public speaker, more comfortable around adults, and encouraged me to see people of all ages as my peers.
-Kelly W.